WATER SOFTENERS
warning Signs of hard water
It is not tremendously difficult to identify signs of hard water within a home. You just have to know where to look. Signs of hard water leave an imprint because of the minerals and acid it contains. Here is a look at some signs that your home may be using hard water:
- Stains on chrome and porcelain
- Spots and cloudy film on dishware
- Green coloration around fixtures
- Erosion on copper pipes
- Excessive accumulation of soap scum
How water softeners work for you
The presence of hard water is noticeable when taking a shower or after washing your dishes. The process of removing magnesium and calcium from the water change the water to what is called soft water. This only requires a one-time installation and then it the water softener is all yours to reap the following benefits:
- Removal of minerals and contaminants
- Low maintenance
- Ease of use once installed
- Improves taste of water
Protection of Pipes
Hard water cannot only have an impact on the water used for drinking and bathing, but it can also impact your piping. Water continues to travel through your pipes and when it has traces of minerals, it can lead to a buildup of rust or corrosion in the pipes. Over time, that can wear the pipes down and eventually cause a leak. In some cases, it could even lead to a pipe to burst. Adding a water softener will eliminate these problems and extend the life of the pipes inside a home.
Vines Plumbing can install a water softener in your home at an affordable price. We will send a technician out to your home and ensure the connection is done properly. That will live you with an endless supply of soft water. The health benefits will extend to your whole family as we provide the very best water softener installation in Myrtle Beach, SC and the neighboring communities.
